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ART & CULTURE

8 WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for July

10 CULTURE REVIEWS

We review High Society and round-up the best

books to read poolside

12 GAME CHANGER

Game of Thrones star Kit Harington gives us the

18 20 BUDDING ROMANCE

July’s shoot is blooming lovely with beaded

flowers, rose pink hues and lilac accents

27 THE MERCANTILE

Spitalfields boutique owner Debra McCann

shares her inspiration

29 WARDROBE MASTER

British Esquire’s senior style editor, Teo van

scoop on swapping the sword for a gun

den Broeke, gives the low-down on Loewe

FASHION

HE ALTH & BE AUT Y

18 STYLE CONFIDENTIAL

This month’s hottest trends and products

32 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

July’s best beauty buys and reviews

COVERS City & Angel – Chiara Signature Essentials Bandage Gown East – Amelia Lace Scallop Dress NXNW – Skylor Signature Essential Dress Shop the Herve Leger Summer 2015 collection at herveleger.coM

FOOD & DRINK

39 TABLE TALK

Wahaca’s new menu and summer food news 40 CAFÉ CULTS

The City’s top spots for a weekday feed 43 FOOD REVIEW

We’re sold on The Richmond’s seafood dishes

TRAVEL

52 EURO TRIP

We uncover Rome, Vienna, and Athens at the weekend

INTERIORS

58 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

New trends and colours for summer

KIDS & EDUCATION

classes the kids can't wait to go to

70 PROPERTY NEWS

The latest news and views on the area

47 WEIRD SCIENCE

Amanda Constance discovers Saturday

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EDITOR’S letter

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ometimes when I’m putting together the magazine, I like to think of the places people will be when they read it.

In July, I imagine that many readers will be sitting outside in the sunshine at a café, thumbing through the fashion shoot, lusting after the pretty floral dresses. Perhaps they’ll be at home packing, about to jet off on a European getaway for the weekend.

Those picking it up in an estate agent’s office might be distracted from their house-hunting by our hunky lead interview or our brand spanking new men’s page. These are only guesses of course, but considering what we have in store this month, I’m pretty sure they’re well-founded.

Just when you thought florals were out, they come storming back in as proven by our dreamy shoot this month on page 20, featuring Vilshenko, Jenny Packham and Nicholas Oakwell - oh, my. But where to wear these fabulous dresses? We

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can think of a few places – just take a peek at our European cities round-up on page 52. Choose between edgy Athens, vibrant Vienna and regal Rome for a weekend away to remember.

Struggling to find a new favourite haunt this summer? We’ve visited some of the best cafés in the City on page 40 and discovered their specialities, from brief business breakfasts to long languid lunches.

If the end of Game of Thrones Season 5 sent you into a tailspin of depression (as it did your editor) our interview with Kit Harington on page 12 should go some way to cheering you up – if only temporarily. Not a GoT fan? Then just enjoy the pictures.

Wherever you’re reading this, I hope you enjoy the issue. Salut! 

Catherine Hales Editor

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FOODIES FESTIVAL

3 - 5 Ju ly Al exa ndra Pa l a c e elebrating its 10th anniversary at Ally C Pally, you can’t miss the opportunity to get feasting at the Foodies Festival.

This year, there will be a new Tasting Theatre where Michelin-star chefs and bloggers will be introducing you to the latest food trends and fusions; our favourite? Japanese soul. u Alexandra Palace Way, N22; alexandrapalace.com

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SHUBBAK

1 1 - 26 Ju ly Ac ro ss L o ndo n ranslated from Arabic into English, T ‘shubbak’ means ‘window’, which is exactly what this festival aims to be: ‘a window on contemporary Arab culture’.

Through an ambitious line-up of art, film, music, theatre, dance and debate, audiences’ will learn about modern Arabic culture. ◆◆ Various Locations; shubbak.co.uk

Scotch & Soda Throughout July L ondon Wonderground

What do you get when you combine fearless acrobatics with funky jazz music? Find out by attending a performance by Scotch & Soda at this summer’s Wonderground.

The raucous, glamorous and excitable mix of misfits will shock you with breath-taking stunts and blinding charm so grab yourself a whiskey and get ready to be amazed.

GUYS & DOLLS

7-1 5 Ju ly S il k S tre e t T he a tre he Guildhall School has chosen one T of the greatest pieces of American theatre to be its annual musical: Guys and Dolls. Revolving around love, gambling and hustling in the underworld of New York, this Tony award-winning production is hearty, witty and joyful. u Silk Street, EC2; gsmd.ac.uk

Southbank Centre, SE1;

londonwonderground.co.uk

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STAND UP FOR SATIRE

3 0 Ju ly Uni o n C ha p el ollowing the attack against Charlie Hebdo F in Paris, this evening of stand-up supports the freedom of speech. Hosted by the infamous pub landlord, Al Murray, satirical comedy will come from the outrageously outspoken Frankie Boyle and Shappi Khorsandi, among others. Cutting it close to the bone, this is not for those faint of heart.

Compton Terrace, N1; indexoncensorship.org/satire

Camden Beach

must do

CITY BEERFEST

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Get ready to party because the man-made beach is back in Camden.

Filling up their sunny terrace with 150 tonnes of soft sand, beach huts, deck chairs and pop-up restaurants, the Roundhouse are making sure that you can have the perfect day at the seaside without having to leave London.

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8 July G uildhall Yard ow in its third year, the City Beerfest is a big N deal with more than a dozen of Britain’s most popular breweries coming together to serve good beer. With local vendors bringing incredible food to the table, you can kick back, relax and enjoy live jazz and folk music from We Banjo 3 and Kansas Smitty’s House Band.

A smooth day all round.

Gresham Street, EC2; citybeerfest.org

Chalk Farm Road, NW1; roundhouse.org.uk

PLAY OF THE MONTH

A NUMBER F ro m 3 Ju l y T h e You ng Vi c

ritten in 2002, this play was inspired by the creation of Dolly the Sheep: the world’s first clone.

Diving head first into the ethical debate surrounding cloning, this thrilling play follows Salter, a man who was married and had one son before his wife threw herself under a train. Having turned to booze post-tragedy, he neglected his son who was then taken away from him. In an attempt to

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buy himself a second chance he decides to clone his first-born and pretends that this new baby is in fact the first. We join him when his sons are grown and first discover the truth. With a few other shocking plot twists thrown in for good measure, this is a brilliantly disturbing play you need to see. ◆  66 The Cut, SE1; youngvic.org

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THE DEFINING ACT OF ALEXA DAVIES Alice Burden

£ 1.9 9, a m a z o n .co m Alexa Davies is on the brink of a quarter-life crisis.

Juggling her acting career with a nannying job, she finds herself in an ongoing battle between her dreams and her reality. This honest novel offers us a witty insight into the frustrating life of the disenfranchised generation.

THEATRE REVIEW

High Society

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Music & lyrics by cole porter B o o k b y A r t h u r Ko p i t

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hose familiar with the film version of High Society will be aware that the theatre adaptation has a tough act to follow. Frank Sinatra at the height of his powers, the ever-charming honey-voiced Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong’s dynamism and expert horn playing and, of course, the unparallelled Grace Kelly, floating through every scene lending it a glow and unexpected humour. Yup. A tough act to follow. Yet, after a slow start, the Old Vic’s summer musical manages to live up to it’s intimidating predecessor.

Based on Philip Barry’s The Philadelphia Story, the musical tells the story of Tracy Samantha Lord, a young heiress about to be married for the second time. Her family has gathered at their mansion for one last party before the upcoming nuptials and, to Tracy’s chagrin, her ex-husband (and next door neighbour) CK Dexter Haven has turned up to stir up trouble and inform Tracy that two reporters from a gossip rag called Spy will be covering her wedding in return for suppressing a story about her father.

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incognito as guests and are astonished by the eccentricities of their hosts.

Joe Stilgoe takes over the vacuum left by Louis Armstrong as singer and musician, who at the beginning does a wonderful job of warming up the crowd with an improvised medley of suggestions from the audience. On the night I attended this included Ode to Joy, Bare Necessities, As Time Goes By and, somewhat surprisingly, Rick Astley’s Never Gonna Give You Up. The play, set in the round, is a bit slow getting started but once it hits its stride it draws the audience into the champagne soaked and indulgently superficial world of these Newport socialites. Stand out performances include Mike Connor (played by Jamie Parker) belting out You’re Sensational and Tracy’s younger sister Dinah’s (played by Ellie Bamber) childish irreverance and joie de vivre. An astonishing piano duet after the interval and some tap-dancing atop said pianos cements this as a sterling production comparable to its cinematic counterpart. Well, did you ever? 

By Catherine Hales

● Old Vic Theatre The Cut, SE1; oldvictheatre.com

GO SET A WATCHMAN Harper L ee

£ 9.0 0, Wi lli a m Hei n em a nn Found in late 2014, this is the manuscript for Pulitzer Prize winning Harper Lee’s first novel.

Featuring many characters of her culture defining ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, this will delight fans with a plot that sees Scout struggle with issues both personal and political in mid-1950s America.

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IN THE COUNTRY: STORIES Mia Alvar

£ 17.3 5 , Vi n ta ge Giving voice to those of the Filipino diaspora, these nine globe-trotting stories tell of the exiles, emigrants and wanderers who uprooted their families from the Philippines to begin new lives in the Middle East, the US and elsewhere. Some turn back, some never even look back.

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GAME CHANGER Game of Thrones star Kit Harington gives us the scoop on swapping the sword for a gun Wo r d s F E R G U S E W B A N k

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Bridging the gap between swordsman and spy is a supporting role in James Kent’s Testament of Youth, a movie based on the memoirs of legendary pacifist Vera Britain. In the film, Harington plays her first love, Roland Leighton, a poet and scholar who dies at just 20 years old on the battlefields. Young and naïve with short-cropped hair, his character is almost unrecognisable from real-life Harington who, for now, must wear his Jon Snow mane out of strict contractual obligation.

While his hair remains long, his lips must stay sealed. Bound to secrecy by the producers, discussing Game of Thrones in any detail is dangerous territory. “It’s a hell of a thing to talk about when you’re trying to excite people about it but not give anything away,” he says, rubbing his temples wearily as he labours over what must be an oft-repeated disclaimer.

“We’ve been sat down by HBO and warned what we can and cannot say, which really leaves a very small window.

It’s literally terrifying!”

Remaining tight-lipped is a price worth paying for what the role has brought him.

It’s undeniable that, despite his significant acting chops, the other role Harington has taken on is that of heartthrob.

ame of Thrones is unavoidable. Whether you’re a fan who’s (SPOILER ALERT) still in mourning over Ygritte’s untimely demise or someone who will kill the next person to utter the phrase ‘You know nothing, Jon Snow’, there’s no denying it’s a phenomenon.

Like Breaking Bad and Orange is the New Black, Game of Thrones has joined a legion of shows with an incredibly vocal and dedicated fanbase that has launched their stars to stratospheric fame. Kit Harington is one such star, whose life has been changed dramatically by George R. R. Martin’s fantasy behemoth and to the softly spoken, Worcester-bred actor, the whole thing has come as a bit of a shock.

Roles have flooded in since his small screen debut in 2011, with a small part in the yet to be released Seventh Son, opposite Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore and the lead in the epic Pompeii, which covered some familiar ground for Harington who looks at home with a sword in his hand. Keen to shed this image, however, the young actor’s most recent film role is set in World War I and there isn’t a sword in sight.

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XXXXXX ARTS & CULTURE / XXXXXXX / INTERVIEW For many viewers, Jon Snow’s husky voice, soulful eyes and brooding demeanour have made him a fan favourite. This popularity was cemented last season with Snow’s adventures beyond the Wall (the dividing line between the uncivilised Wildling territory and the rest of the North of Westeros) which lead him to Ygritte, the smouldering Night Watchmen’s first love.

If Harington stripping off in a cave wasn’t enough to ensure HARINGTON STRIKES A POSE IN POMPEII legendary status, the tragic moment when Ygritte was killed leaving Jon Snow heartbroken did the job. The fact that he and Rose Leslie, the actress who portrayed Ygritte, are a real life on-again, off-again couple just adds to the intrigue.

Now in the middle of producing the fifth season, Game of Thrones draws millions of devoted fans around the world. As its popularity has snowballed, Harington has been able to pay off student debts and important to step out and do something purchase his North London flat – also that was more character-driven.” known as ‘The Flat That Thrones Built’.

This wasn’t helped by Pompeii which None of this seems to have diminshed was, unfortunately, a critical disaster and Harington’s enthusiasm and excitement which didn’t do Harington any favours. however. Indeed, working with Bridges However, it seems redemption is at and Moore in Seventh Son, Harington was hand: the young actor’s performance careful not to appear star-struck. “I was in Testament of Youth has done much stunned by the fact it was the first time to shake off this failure. He looks they’d been in the same film together unrecognisable in his role as a 19-year-old since The Big Lebowski, which is one of my soldier in a film that movingly portrays all-time favourite films,” the actor smiles. the horrors of war and the harrowing “It’s weird how that worked out; years ago loss of a generation. Vera Britain’s is a I was watching them as Maude and The tale that Harington studied at school and, Dude, now I’m in a movie with them!” being familiar with the poetry of the First Sharing the screen with such highly World War, he found himself researching revered actors undoubtedly marks an for the part with a vested interest. “I had important juncture in Harington’s career. read Testament of Youth the book, but The film is one that he cites as “an I had never read the letters,” he says. incredible learning experience”, albeit “Letters from a Lost Generation is literally within a genre he hopes he can begin to the back and forth of letters between distance himself from. As a fantasy film, the actor’s place in Seventh Son poses the risk of a certain typecastcasting the actor is eager to avoid: the sword that has sat so comfortably in his hand throughout Game of Thrones has become a doubleedged one for the actor.

“People see you in these parts and they say ‘he’s doing well in this, he’d therefore be good in my period piece’,” he admits.

“As good as some of these movies were, I didn’t want to be that person.

“The industry still sees me now as something I’d never have predicted – as an action hero, in the Jon Snow mould.

So, I have to find other things for my own HARINGTON AS JON SNOW, HIS BREAKOUT ROLE IN GAME OF THRONES sanity, to break out of it. For me it was

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Roland and Vera as well as her brother, Edward. That gave me a huge insight into who these people were.

“I've been to the war graves in Northern France twice and you only have to walk around to see the majority who died were 20 or 21. I even came across a grave of a 15-year-old. That never escaped me, their youth. It is poignant, how innocent these young men were.”

Testament of Youth does a fine job of highlighting the sense of misplacement that existed during the war in a country so driven by notions of the greater good and the need for national heroism. Swept up in the romanticism of being a hero, Harington’s character becomes committed to a cause that, ultimately, he begins to disbelieve.

This may sound like familiar territory to those who have been following Jon Snow’s journey this season and yet, the two performances remain entirely separate from one another. At no point do you expect a White Walker to appear on the fields of the Somme.

Though, for some audiences, the sword may look more natural than the gun, Harington’s role in Testament of Youth, as well as the more contemporary Spooks, points to an actor more than capable of leaving Westeros behind. Its the rest of the world that may have a little more trouble letting go...u

T H E LOW D OW N Stars as Jon Snow in Game Of Thrones Played Milo in Ancient Epic Pompeii Joined Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore in Seventh Son Lives in a Flat In Archway, close to Hampstead Heath His latest role is in James Kent’s Testament Of Youth Had to wear a wig for season one of Game Of Thrones Wanted to be a journalist when he was younger

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J’ADORE DIOR Marion Cotillard fronts Dior’s Lady Dior campaign again for 2015, which sees photographer Peter Lindbergh capture the Parisian actress in a futuristic light that reflects in the bag she carries. We strongly approve. dior.com

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Lace-up gladiator sandals, boho-luxe dresses, and monogrammed beach bags are at the top of this month’s shopping list Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

JETS

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ummer is upon us, and its body-baring demands mean only S one thing: it’s time to consult the experts. There is one irrefutable leader when it comes to the creation of covetable swimwear, and that’s the Australians. With more warm weather than you can shake a stick at, it’s no wonder the Aussies have got beachwear glam sussed.

Our brand á la moment is luxury label JETS from designer Jessika Allen.

JETS’ latest range Ω the Preview ’15 collection Ω boasts a premium line of swimwear and resortwear (from £64) made from nylon microfibre Lycra® which is then crafted using precision-cut tailoring. Given the label’s signature is strong silhouettes, line play is a recurrent theme, as colour blocking, bold graphic prints and flashes of neon work to enhance the female form. The lined mesh panel range, Parallel, comes in flattering hues of saturated tomato and cobalt. Allen also taps into the sports luxe trend and offers crop top cut bikinis, proving that shortsleeved one-pieces and sun shirts can be sexy. (Though, models Hannah Saul and Melinda Kemp do a good job at convincing us.) All in all, it's best to do as the Preview ’15 collection suggests and, “Listen to your intuition.” So head to Selfridges online and treat yourself to JETS pieces now. u

Prints Charming Zimmermann

When it comes to swimwear and key holiday pieces, cult Australian brand Zimmermann is our No.1 go-to. This season, sister’s Nicky and Simone Zimmermann have fused strong silhouettes with pretty prints and delicate fabrics, such as lace and broderie anglaise, to create a dream beach wardrobe. zimmermann.com

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BRIMMED BABES Global Babe Hats

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As well as being oh-so on-trend with its super wide brims, Global Babe hats are the first hats in history to be validated by the British Skin Foundation as they are 99.9999% effective against harmful UVA and UVB rays. This essential summer buy is available in a rainbow of colours. £60; beachflamingo.com

POOLSIDE CHIC Channel a 70s luxe-hippie vibe on the beach

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LACE UP Chloé

Lace-up gladiator sandals ruled the SS15 catwalk shows. Whether flat or heeled, with laces hitting the knee or ankle, expect to see them everywhere. Our favourites are these suede sandals by Chloé (£875), as the low wedge heel gives a modern update on a summer staple. net-a-porter.com

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JET SETTER Talitha

Fashion editor Kim Hersov’s search for beautifully made holiday pieces led to the creation of Talitha, “The ultimate travel wardrobe.” The bohemian inspired collection features kaftans, kimonos, blouses and peasant maxi dresses; everything a jet-setter might need. Each piece is hand embroidered in India by local artisans. Dress, £412; matchesfashion.com

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There are beach bags, and then there are bespoke, personalised-withyour-own-initials beach bags… We adore this roomy basket tote that has a definite air of ‘Jane Birkin in St Tropez’ about it. Choose from 10 different colour combinations. £150; raefeather.com

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01. DIOR, Sunglasses £306; sunglasses-shop.co.uk,02. VIX, Kaftan £205; net-a-porter.com, 03. LAZUL, Swimsuit £195; beachflamingo.com, 04.

MARIANNA G, Bikini £190; mariannag.com, 05. JIMMY CHOO, Wedges £450; jimmychoo.com, 06. MASLIN & CO, Towel £140; beachflamingo.com, 07. WE ARE HANDSOME, Trousers £238; wearehandsome.com

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Embroidered tulle dress, ÂŁ320; Self Portrait

BUDDING ROMANCE Floral prints, sheer chiffons, and embroidered organzas are the best of the bunch for summer P h o t o g r a p h y A g at a P o s p i e s z y n s k a Fashion Editor charlot te adset t

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Satin & appliqué dress £2,399; Balenciaga at Harrods

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Embroidered organza dress £1,395; Vilshenko at Avenue 32 Ring, £550; Annina Vogel at Liberty

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Beaded dress, £2,520; Jenny Packham Sandals £450; Jimmy Choo Ring, £550; Annina Vogel at Liberty

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FASHION EDITOR Charlotte Adsett PHOTOGRAPHER Agata Pospieszynska at The Pure Agency CASTING DIRECTOR: Anna Jozwiak MODEL Kate C at M+P Models MAKE-UP Sarah Mierau at Soho Management using MAC Cosmetics and SUQQU HAIR Roger Cho using Bumble & Bumble WITH THANKS TO: Scotney Castle in Tunbridge Wells, Kent for use of their grounds.

For private wedding hire enquiries contact; scotneycastle@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01892 893820 Roadhog Productions Film and Production Van Hire roadhogproductions.co.uk 07967 099262 STOCKISTS anninavogel.co.uk avenue32.com harrods.com jennypackham.com jimmychoo.com liberty.co.uk nicholasoakwellcouture.com vilshenko.com 5 Embellished beaded top £1,275; Jenny Packham Satin skirt £550; Vilshenko Sandals £450; Jimmy Choo Ring, £550; Annina Vogel at Liberty

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Branch on the park is a beautiful jewellery shop in the heart of East London, Victoria park.

It is an absolute treasure trove with vintage cabinets filled with all that glistens and sparkles.

The shop is filled with precious and semi precious jewellery, Julia Cook owner and Goldsmith also makes private commissions.

If you are getting engaged, married, its your anniversary or birthday Julia can make something especially for you.

Images by Madeleine Waller

22ct gold with Peridot, black diamond and rhodalite garnet

Opening Hours Wed to Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5

If you can't make it to the shop a collection of Julia's work is available to buy online at

0208 533 7977

www.blossomingbranch.co.uk

julia@branchonthepark.co.uk www.branchonthepark.co.uk

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The Mercantile Spitalfields boutique owner Debra McCann shares her inspiration themercantilelondon.com

 What is your favourite era in fashion?  Probably the 70s: a bit of bohemian hippy and a bit of punk and Patti Smith.

 Who is your style icon?  Jane Birkin.

 What is your favourite film in terms of design?  Diva for its cinematography and soundtrack.

 What is The Mercantile’s signature/ defining style?  Eclectic mix up of androgynous, feminine and nomadic.  What is your favourite piece of art?  Winged Figure by Barbara Hepworth.

 What’s your favourite East London hang out?  The bar at The Hawksmoor or the Garden at Blixen.

 What is your favourite travel destination?  Sri Lanka ticked all the boxes.

 Who are some of your favourite fashion/accessory designers?  Aside from the

brands we stock I consistently like collections from Peter Pilloto, Preen, Isabel Marant and Ilaria Nistri, Vanessa Bruno and Alexander Wang all for different reasons.

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 What is your favourite label/piece currently stocked in The Mercantile?  I love all the pieces from new brand Sidelines and another new brand Rodebjer.

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Sublime is a fashion and lifestyle boutique, a haven of delectable delights and everywhere you look there are gorgeous treats and gifts. We source our products from all around the world and because we’re finding new things all the time, with each visit you never know what you might find.

www.sublimeshop.co.uk 225 Victoria Park Road, London E9 7HD 020 8986 7243 & 126 St. John Street, London EC1V 4JS 020 7253 1112

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FASHION / MEN’S STYLE COLUMN

Wo r d s T e o va n d e n B r o e k e Senior style editor of British Esquire Cornish harbour beach bag blue £720

Leather Knot Keyring £225

Wardrobe Master

Soft cross suitcase 55 tan £2115

Get to know one of the most important designers in menswear, J.W. Anderson

Duffle 45 bag marine £1,400

Oxford black leather shoe £470

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enswear is a slow moving animal. Unlike womenswear, where a trend will be shown on the runway and instantly adopted into the style vernacular, we men take a good six seasons to buy into the fashions shown on the runways of London, Paris, Milan and beyond.

Take sandals, for instance; they’ve been shown by everyone from Giorgio Armani to Lanvin for the past four seasons and only just are they being translated onto the high street. And even now Ω two years down the line Ω we’re still not quite convinced.

Sometimes a brand, trend or garment comes along which we can buy into immediately.

For a long time British designer Jonathan ‘JW’ Anderson was

best known for his overtly feminine menswear (think thighconstricting crepe bell bottoms and floaty silk pussybow blouses), but his work as creative director of Spanish leather goods brand Loewe has taken that off-kilter aesthetic to accessible, covetable new heights.

Unsurprisingly, the range of leather goods Anderson has produced for the label is where the new direction’s strength truly lies. From remarkably tactile calfskin luggage in elegant shades of mustard, caramel and midnight blue, to chunky suede espadrilles which perfectly capture the Spanish essence of the brand, everything feels modern, luxurious and masculine (the ready-to-wear included, remarkably). all products available from loewe.com

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Shopper bag in black and white £720

Leather goods from £250

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Transform your life with the help of Valerina Brookes a natural Healer and certified Metamorphic Technique practitioner.

With her 20 years’ training and experience in alternative medicine, Valerina uses a soothing touch on your feet, hands and head, to help you to shift deep unwanted habits and energy patterns that no longer serve you.

What you think of yourself and your life often becomes a pattern. Unresolved patterns can surface as mental or physical illness, emotional problems, or limiting attitudes and behaviour.

Following Metamorphic Touch sessions with Valerina, clients have experienced: • Headache relief • Ankle pain relief • Increased energy • Clarity of thought • Creativity boost • Increased self-confidence and self-awareness • Deep transformative shifts 07736 406 858, contact@metamorphictouch.co.uk www.metamorphictouch.co.uk

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> BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL: THE BEST FAKE TANS AND THE BRAUN CLEANSING BRUSH REVIEWED

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INTO THE BLUE Blue eye make up is bang on trend for 2015, but no one has made it look quite as chic as Chanel. Forget 90s powder blue and sweep the new Blue Rhythm collection over your lids, Ă la Sam Rollinson. chanel.com

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B E AU T Y R e v i e w

This summer is all about colour, take heed and inject some into your beauty regime W o r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

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I have combination skin, dry on the cheeks and around the eyes and oily on my forehead and nose. Day one, nothing much to report. I used the cleansing brush in the shower with my Liz Earle cleanser for one minute, moving the brush in circles. My face felt very clean but I wasn’t ready to give up my foundation yet. Day two and three saw a marked improvement on the dry skin on my cheeks.

On day four I noticed my skin wasn’tas oily as usual and was definitely softer. By day six my friends were commenting on how clear my skin looked. Day seven: I went make-up free and felt good about it. The verdict? I still use concealer to cover up the odd blemish and the perennial bags under my eyes but the overall health of my skin was much better with fewer dry patches and an overall glow that hadn’t been there before. I would recommend the Braun Face Beauty edition unreservedly. ◆

Art Attack Prismologie

This new skincare brand is all about getting you to “live your life colourfully”. How? Each product is colour-coded to signify its purpose, such as energising red and confidence boosting yellow. prismologie.com

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COLOUR BURST Kure Bazaar

SUNLESS TANNERS

One of our favourite French nail brands, Kure Bazaar is now available in Fortnum & Mason.

Rich shades take centre stage this summer and we can’t wait to paint Sahara Ω the burnt orange shade Ω onto our nails. £15; fortnumandmason.com

MOROCCAN MOMENT Jo Malone

Mimosa & Cardamom is set to be Jo Malone’s biggest launch this year and will drop into stores this September. The warming smell cardamom mellows the sweetness of the mimosa beautifully. jomalone.co.uk

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Thought perfume was just for your body? You were wrong. One of the biggest beauty crazes of 2015 is hair fragrance, and it’s worth investing in.

Our favourite is this keratin-enriched spritz from Thameen, which smells of Turkish roses. £85 for 50ml; selfridges.com

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British fashion mogul Christopher Kane has created a vivid collection of cosmetics in collaboration with NARS. This illuminating multiple in Quantum may look hot pink, but comes out a subtle rose colour. narscosmetics.com

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1. HE-SHI, Rapid 1 Hour Liquid Tan, £23.50; he-shi.eu 2. KERSTIN FLORIAN, Face Serum SPF 25, £43; kerstinflorian.co.uk 3. ST. TROPEZ, Gradual Tan In Shower, £14.50; sttropeztan.co.uk 4. XEN-TAN, Body Scrub, £14.99; feelunique.com 5. BONDI SANDS, Wash off Instant Tan, £9.99; bondisands.co.uk 6. JAMES READ, Sleep Mask Overnight Tan, £25; jamesreadtan.com 7. MADAME LA LA, West Coast Bronzing Serum, £28; fenwick.co.uk 8. XEN-TAN, Perfect Bronze Compact, £21.99; feelunique.com

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TREAT YOURSELF The O2 Centre, Finchley Road, welcomed London lifestyle and beauty Blogger Daisy Kent, for a day of top-to-toe treats

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t’s not often you get the time to escape and forget about the hustle and bustle of the city, but it’s certainly possible with a visit to Hampstead’s O2 Centre. With an onsite Virgin Active Health Club, complete with a tranquillity spa, trendy hair salons, a Vue Cinema and some delicious eateries, it’s the go-to for a girly day out.

We invited Daisy, also known as I am Daisy-Alice, along with her friend, Hope Walters, for a Saturday full of pampering.

Next, they sampled the Good-toGo treatment package*, consisting of a skin radiance facial and a back, neck and shoulder massage. Therapists used luxury ESPA products while the girls relaxed for a full-hour in the same treatment room.

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The girls were invited for lunch

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The girls’ pamper day started

10 am with a visit to Virgin Active

Health Club, at Swiss Cottage, where they were greeted by Magda, Tranquillity Spa Manager. After a welcome drink and tour, the girls had full use of the pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room.

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The O2 Centre IS THE GO-TO for a girly day out

Centre’s grab-and-go eateries.

Run by husband and wife team, Kajal and Mitan Sachder, the restaurant is located on the second floor of the centre. The popular eatery, which opened in January 2014, has received glowing reviews.

Owner Mitan, created Falafel City after tasting his wife’s celebrated recipe.

Knowing he couldn’t keep the tasty little delights to himself, he decided to share the recipe along with sauces inspired from around the world, with customers

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ABSOLUTELY / PROMOTION part of new wave of vibrant ‘co-working salons’, where busy Londoners can continue to work and network while having their hair done.

Both Daisy and Hope received a Pureology hair conditioning treatment along with a signature blow dry from Seraphina, ensuring they were hair-ready and glammed-up for the weekend.

To complete their day, they were invited along to Pizza Express (inside the O2 Centre) to enjoy a glass of Prosecco and some nibbles. The restaurant opened its doors in March this year.

Daisy spoke about her day, saying: “It was really lovely to be invited down to the O2 Centre to enjoy a pamper day with Hope. We were truly spoilt with so much at the O2 Centre, including the health club spa and restaurants.

“We loved the day, especially the facial and hair treatments. Both the lunch at Falafel City, and the nibbles and bubbles at Pizza Express, were so delicious.

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A diverse range of EATERIES perfect for RELAXING with

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at the O2 Centre. The sauces, which are made in the UK, are handmade from Mitan and Kajal’s secret recipes. They’re fresh, with no preservatives or additives, and include flavours from Rio, Paris, Bangkok, Delhi and Lisbon.

Daisy and Hope, who are both vegetarians, enjoyed a delicious lunch at Falafel City before heading over to GRO London, situated outside of the centre, to the right of BoConcept.

On arrival at GRO, one of the capital’s most exciting independent salon brands, the girls were met by team leader and senior stylist Seraphina, who explained what their treatments would involve.

Founded by Gina & Roman Ospina in 2008, GRO specialises in bringing the latest hair trends to its clients, from the colour treatments like ombré and balayage to hair tapestry and special event hairdressing. The salon is also

The Good-to-Go treatment package was a special offer running throughout June. To enquire about similar packages, contact the Virgin Active Health Club, Swiss Cottage, directly.

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We felt very pampered and ready for the weekend! I would recommend a day out at the O2 Centre to anyone.”

It’s easy to recreate their pamper day at the O2 Centre, either to celebrate a special occasion or just to give yourself a bit of me time.

Jason King, Centre Manager of the O2 Centre, said: “The O2 Centre makes for the perfect day out in Hampstead.

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family and friends. You don’t just have to use the gym at Virgin Active Health Club, there is a huge treatment list available and you could always book in for a hair treatment at GRO salon.

“When the sun shines, there’s nothing better than sitting on a balcony and experiencing alfresco dining at its finest. Our Rossopomodoro restaurant and Wagamama’s both have an outdoor seating area for soaking up the rays.” u

For more information about the places mentioned, or to recreate your own pamper day contact Virgin Active Health Club, Swiss Cottage: 020 7644 2400 Falafel City: 020 3490 3232 GRO London Hampstead: 020 7433 1737 Pizza Express: 020 7435 2222 To see the range of restaurants and shops at the O2 Centre, visit www.o2centre.co.uk

Daisy, who is 22 started blogging during her first year of University.

Born and raised in South London, she writes and blogs about all things beauty, food and fashion.

Follow Daisy on Instragram @iamdaisyalice

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ON THE HOP Now open on the Square Mile, HOP brings modern Vietnamese cuisine to London. Fancy a bite on the go? HOP’s healthy and, more importantly, delicious boxes include all the favourites from Pho to Banh Mi. 2 Finsbury Park Square, EC2M hopvietnamese.com

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES

Culinary Trip Thomasina Myers & Diego Hernandez present The Baja California Menu at Wahaca Covent Garden, available until August 5 B y wa h ac a

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LIME POSSET WITH SHORTBREAD

Picnic essentials, pink champagne, and Lucky Chip take over the Old Queen’s Head

LIME POSSET WITH SHORTBREAD

A light, creamy lime posset, topped with raspberries and served with lavender shortbread. ◆

OCTOPUS TO STADA WITH PEANUT CHILLI OIL

Inspired by La Guerrerense, the infamous seafood tostada stall in Ensenada. Crispy corn tostada topped with a dried shrimp and tomato base, and sliced tender octopus and avocado, drizzled with an arbol and peanut chilli oil. ◆

CLAM, MUSSELS & PRAWN ARROZ ROJO

A Baja-Med fusion, showcasing the Mediterranean influence found throughout the region. Arborio rice in a rich tomato sauce, with a touch of white wine and steamed shellfish.

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BUBBLE TIME

Anorak inic season is upon us so now is the time P to up your al fresco game and invest in some smart accessories. Anorak’s new Kissing Stags collection is stylish with a retro twist and contains all the essentials for a wonderful day outdoors.

Available from Lords on St John’s Wood High Street, NW8;

B runo Paillard here’s something so quintessentially T summery about rosé wine – but why not take things to the next level? Our favourite rosé champagne for summer 2015 is Bruno Paillard’s Rosé premiere cuveé. Crisp, delicate and fruity, it’ll have you coming back for more. £54.99; selfridges.com

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ROASTED VEGETABLE WITH HIBISCUS & PEANUT DRESSING

Roasted summer beetroot, carrots and leek, tossed in a hibiscus and peanut dressing, with Gringa Dairy Chihuahua cheese. ◆

MSC SMOKED HERRING PESCADILLA

A classic crispy fish taco filled with sustainably sourced Severn and Wye smoked herring, and a blend of shrimp, sautéed onions and peppers. Topped with tomatillo salsa.

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The Old Queen’s Head

urger fans rejoice, Lucky Chip have taken over as resident chefs at The Old Queen’s Head in Angel. The fast food afficionados will be cooking up their famous classics along with a host of new speciality burgers, sides and truly decadent Oreo ice cream. 44 Essex Road, N1; P

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Heat things up this summer with That Hungry Chef’s Mojo Risin’ Caribbean Hot Pepper Relish. Guaranteed to blow your head off. £3.85; thathungrychef.com

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Our pick of the City’s best cafés, whether you’re just stopping in, looking for lunch or having a breakfast meeting BEANY GREEN  B R O A D G AT E C I R C L E

Your Lunchtime Saviour line out the door is always a good sign. And this is exactly what you can expect when visiting the cheekiest member of Broadgate Circle, Beany Green. Having only opened in mid April, the new arm of Prue Freeman and Tom Onions’ growing antipodean cafe empire makes number five in the Daisy Green family.

What an unmissable addition it is.

While this may initially be because of Louise Dear’s neon orange wall mural, the terrace cafe brings that Aussie soleil straight to EC1, chiefly due to its staff members, who are as vibrant as the acid bright decor.

Health conscious, but not health obsessive, it’s all about moderation: with superfood salads, Vegan Balls, and chicken and avocado wraps occupying as much square footage in the cabinets as the ‘naughtier’ items, including its signature banana bread, white chocolate-coated apricot and almond balls, and saucer-sized chocolate chip cookies.

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an equally compelling case for its midday menu. Sucker punch your lunch with the Detox Box, a killer combination of three salads (changed daily) plus either said Vegan Ball, a Chicken & Feta Ball, or a chicken skewer – today’s lathered in sweet chilli sauce. Also in its salad repertoire is devastatingly good mixes of: roast potato wedges with curried tofu mayonnaise, dark leaves, nigella seeds and chives; chopped tomato, mozzarella and cucumber with pomegranate; roasted aubergine salad with pickled fennel, yellow pepper and dukkah.

But even after your work day half-time refuel, there’s plenty more to love about Beany Green Broadgate: the Thursday and Friday night DJ sets post clock off serve as convenient warm-ups to the weekend. In short? We’re well keen for Beany Green. u Stephanie King

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J&A CAFE  SUT TON LANE

Corporates’ Breakfast Companion amily run eateries are always a bit of a risk, primarily because they often reflect the involved family members’ relationship. Evidently the sisters putting the ‘J’ and ‘A’ in J+A Cafe, Joanna and Aoife Ledwidge, have a wonderful bond, because their Clerkenwell cafe-cumrestaurant-cum-bar is delightfully warm, nourishing, and not the slightest bit pretentious.

A regular haunt of late fashion designer Alexander McQueen, J+A Cafe has been charming its patrons since 2008. Its location down a non-descript laneway makes it literally, a hidden gem, which is rather fitting as the cafe is set inside what once was a diamond cutting factory. The bulb lights and bunting strung overhead guide you to the cafe and restaurant/bar (on opposite sides of the alleyway), where inside you’ll find exposed brick walls, eclectic furniture and sleek pendant lamps creating a cool, Brooklyn loft atmosphere – the ideal setting F

 One Broadgate, Broadgate Circle, EC2M; daisygreenfood.com/beany-green

Though renowned for brunch, BEANY GREEN makes a compelling case for its MIDDAY MENU

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J+A CAFE

PRINTWORKS KITCHEN, has come

to our rescue with FAST SERVICE and an ATMOSPHERE BEST

described as breezy

in which to devour food matching the rusticbut-simultaneously-sleek decor.

From 8am you can tuck into healthy and hearty breakfast options. Don’t worry; the friendly staff are skilled in decoding your pre-J. Atkinson & Co latte slurs. Avoid a serious case of food envy and order the Pancakes ‘garnished’ with crispy bacon, scrambled eggs and maple syrup. Perhaps you’ll be too distracted by the freshly baked treats adorning the counter – including Joanna and Aoife’s almost infamously good soda bread and Chocolate Guinness Cake – to try the indulgent Eggs Benedict or signature J+A Breakfast, which is comprised of sausage, bacon, tomato, mushroom, Clonekilty black pudding and a Fried Egg. But perhaps not.

Whatever your selection, the common ingredient in each of J+A Cafe’s dishes is a sense of ‘homeliness.’ Much like a weekend family home visit, each trip here will have you leaving with a similar hug-from-Mum feeling. Exactly the kind of comforting you need ahead of a mammoth day at work. u Stephanie King

 1-4 Sutton Lane, EC1M; jandacafe.com

PRINTWORKS KITCHEN  R O S E B E R Y AV E N U E

Quick and Easy inding a quiet place to sit down and eat when you’re pushed for time isn’t easy. Judging by the Prets and the Starbucks of this world, quick comes hand in hand with loud and over-crowded, which isn’t the way we like to spend our lunch breaks. Thankfully, Clerkenwell’s newest eatery, Printworks Kitchen, has come to our rescue with fast service and an atmosphere best described as breezy.

Large, spacious and full of light, the former print house has been transformed into an oasis of inner-city serenity with crisp white walls, metallic tables, brightly coloured furnishings and interesting artwork.

Run by two foodies, one a Leiths trained chef, the other an award-winning free-from baker, the food at Printworks is a mix of healthy, seasonal salads and naughty-tasting but guilt-free treats. Neither of which are particularly fancy: here, the simplistic is F

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favoured over the complicated, which may account for the lack of taste in my salad box.

Having chosen a combination of mixed beans, quinoa, asparagus, bacon and rocket with crutons and sweet potato frittas, I was expecting a clever mix of herbs and spices. Unfortunatealy, the whole thing was underseasoned so needed a generous dousing of sweet mustard dressing.

Meanwhile, the sandwich menu was better with everything from hummus and roasted Mediterranean vegetables on ciabatta to pastrami, pickle and mustard on rye to order. My lunch date had the latter, and said that it was exactly what he needed mid-week – comfortingly big and salty.

Drinks-wise, Printworks source their coffee from Horsham Roasters so my americano was perfectly rich and sweet with notes of chocolate and caramel while the well-stocked fridge included an array of freshly squeezed juices, my favourite, the zesty blood orange was smooth and refreshing.

Finishing things up with one of the cafe’s famous gluten-free pistashio and lemon zest loaves, we left with our sweet tooth satiated and our stomachs happy.

But please, do be warned, the kitchen is only open from Monday-Friday, 7.30am4.30pm, so caters specifically to time-poor local workers. Don’t expect to find anything here when you’re off duty and looking for a lazy weekend brunch. This is a strictly professional hideaway. u Elizabeth Hutton

 26 Rosebery Avenue, EC1R; printworkskitchen.co.uk

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The richmond

is NOT TRYING TO IMPRESS you – BUT IT WILL

The Richmond Atmosphere, achingly cool interiors and oysters are up in Hackney Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

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efore you even walk in through the door, you know The Richmond is going to be something a little special. The leafy, serene Queensbridge Road location has an undercurrent of barely-suppressed excitement that Hackney in the summer has in spades.

Walking in under the large neon sign, the decor is predictably cool, effortless in its unfussy style. The Richmond is not trying to impress you – but it will. The place is packed on a Tuesday night and we’re not seated ten minutes before our first celebrity sighting.

Hackney’s answer to the Pisco Sour, we order a round of Richmond Fizzes and begin our involved perusal of the menu. One of

The Richmond’s USPs is its fully stocked oyster bar whose offerings vary depending on availability and whose wonderfully reasonable prices make it well worth the visit already. Accompanied as I was by non-oyster lovers, I ordered solo, making the magnificent ice tray my three oysters arrived on look a little desolate. I had selected one Lindisfarne and two Maldon Kumamotos, which our waiter described as ‘beginner oysters’. The Maldons were delicious, small and a little sweeter than I expected but it was the meatier Lindisfarne that won me over, with its freshness and smooth texture.

In keeping with the seafood theme, we ordered some small plates to start with: crab, english muffin and espelette pepper,

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crispy prawns and lemon mayonnaise and queen scallops, preserved lemon and fino butter. The least to look at on the plate, the crab muffin was my absolute favourite of these, piquant notes piercing the creaminess of the butter and the soft, lightly toasted muffin. The crispy prawns were fried to perfection, meaning they could be consumed from top to tail and the lemon mayo added a touch of freshness. The queen scallops were enormous and swimming in butter with that essential flaky texture that makes them melt in the mouth.

For our mains we chose the Nduja spiced seafood stew, pasta shells and aioli, the half Goosnargh duck, treviso, black pudding, hazelnuts and orange (which is intended for two) and the lamb loin, green beans, turnip and mint. The lamb was succulent and pink with a crispy layer of fat on top and laid on a bed of crunchy beans. My companion found the stew a little underwhelming as the octopus was a touch overcooked but overall found the clams and mussels hearty and satisfying with the rich tomato sauce adding a note of sweetness. It was the duck, however that won the table. Served on a platter rather than a plate, this dish for two offers tender duck breast, scrumptious wings and decadent black pudding all swimming in a dark, sticky-sweet sauce.

There wasn’t a scrap left when we put down our forks. Puddings and aperitifs followed in a blur of delicious food (the banana tart was to die for), electric atmosphere (the staff are adorable) and fine wine (try the Julien Meyer Pinot Gris Alsace 2013).

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seat is designed to take the stress out of travelling – particularly for those finding it difficult to get out of the house or adapting to having a second child. With the Doona, there’s no need to transfer your little one from car seat to buggy; the seat changes into a stroller in less than ten seconds and at the touch of a button. It’s not a complete travel system in the sense that you may need another buggy for all-day use (possibly one with all-terrain wheels, or a newborn-friendly carry cot), but if you’re buying a car-seat anyway, why not get one with its own set of integral wheels?

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arking about with horses at school might seem to be the sole preserve of smart girls at public school with hair as glossy as their pony’s manes, but horses are trotting into schools in surprising places.

Equine therapy, or more specifically Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is an established practice in the US that is gaining popularity here. EAL aims to enable children to achieve educational goals by interacting with horses, particularly pupils who find it hard to engage with mainstream schooling such as those with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Its sister therapy, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) uses similar, often one-on-one techniques to help and heal many groups of people, such as traumatised children, sufferers of PTSD and recovering addicts. They are even using it for treatments at the Priory.

Last November, as part of National Anti-Bullying Week, groups of London school pupils aged between 12-15 years old were able to work with shire horses in Hyde Park alongside EAL therapist Dr Andreas Liefooghe. “Humans can learn a lot from watching horses,” says Dr Andreas Liefooghe. The main aim of the programme was to teach teenagers co-operative group work and inclusion rather than competition and exclusion. The children learnt to interact with the animals through observing their responses and communicating non-verbally, learning valuable lessons about themselves and teamwork along the way.

EAL is proving particularly valuable for children with issues such as ADHD, autism and attachment disorders. Children with SEN can learn about themselves and others, processing and discussing feelings and behaviour patterns they may struggle to articulate. Treatments can be gentle, introductory sensory techniques, such as grooming or petting a horse, or even decorating it with paint. The benefits of sensory work are profound, involving fine motor skills, verbal communication and social interaction.

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The reason EAL works so well, says Rosie Edwards, who runs the charity Learning Through Horses, is that “Horses are like mirrors – they reflect the emotions around them, whether excitement, anger, joy or sadness.” Edwards offers EAL courses for pupils in London schools; working with six pupils at a time, she teaches them the basics of horsewhispering – training horses using body language. This requires “fine-tuned” control and observation techniques, says Edwards. Most importantly, “in order to train horses, students must get control of their own emotions”.

Edwards sees the difference EAL makes right in front of her eyes. “Most pupils are referred to us because of challenging behaviour but we see very little of it here,” she says. “Plus the threat of getting kicked in the head is a little more real,” she laughs.

Edwards also notes that pupils renowned for non-attendance never miss a day at her stables. This motivation can itself reap rewards. Last September, Edwards ran a programme aimed at getting young people back into employment. She now receives regular requests for job references from those pupils who have made successful job applications. “That gives me massive gratification,” she says.  For more information or to make a donation visit

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TAKE A BREAK This summer, it’s all about the city trip.

We round-up the best Europe has to offer, from Amsterdam to Athens, and Rome to Vienna.

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Real Roman food and culture hy is it that when in Rome we immediately head to the Trevi and the Colosseum? That’s not what the Romans do. This city is not only steeped in ancient history but culinary culture too. Make a point of seeing both sides and it’s impossible to leave disappointed.

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S E E . For art, the Galleria Borghese is a brilliant alternative to the crowded Vatican Museum. Limiting the number of visitors allowed inside, you are given just two hours to explore. Stay on the move and you’ll see works by Caravaggio, Raphael and Bernini. If architectural spectacle is what you’re after, venture 45 minutes out of Rome to the ruins of Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli. Built during the 2nd century, this archaeological site was once a hub of power and includes the remains of the famous Maritime Theatre.

This CITY is not only steeped in

ANCIENT HISTORY but CULINARY CULTURE too S TAY. Just 15 minutes from the city, the Rome Cavalieri is the perfect base for exploration. Offering the tranquility of a resort, hotel highlights include the La Prairie Grand Spa, outdoor pools and a record-breaking multi-million pound art collection. While the entire hotel is on the swanky side, you can’t beat the luxury found in the hotel’s 25 suites. In the penthouse you’ll find original Warhol prints, a rare marble and malachite hydro-massage bathroom with Swarovski crystal fixtures, and a private roof terrace where the twinkling panoramic view includes the Vatican.

Relentlessly passionate about food, the Cavalieri is also home to the only 3 Michelin starred restaurant in Rome, La Pergola. Run by Heinz Beck, the food here is something else. His famous fagottelli is an unconventional pasta dish that sees creamy carbonara sauce encased within the parcels rather than poured on top.

G O . Every restaurant in Rome claims to serve the best Italian food so do your research before heading out. We found real Roman fare at the authentic neighbourhood trattoria, Osteria dell’Angelo. Full of Italians drinking local wine and eating homemade pasta it’s worth booking a table in advance.

For Roman cuisine without the foreplaning, we recommend a food safari with Eating Italy (eatingitalyfoodtours. com). Taking you through the foodie neighbourhood of Testaccio, this guided tour lets you escape the crowds and experience the city like a local – on foot.

One thing you must try en route is the suppì from Trapizzino: these deep fried balls of saucy risotto contain an oozing chunk of mozzarella. Devilishly good. u Elizabeth Hutton

T H E DA M AG E .

British Airways fly London to Rome from £38; britishairways.com. Double rooms at the Rome Cavalieri start from £260pn on a B&B basis; romecavalieri.com. Eating Italy food tour, €75, eatingitalyfoodtours.com Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria Hotels romecavalieri.com

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Retail therapy and decadent balls ienna can now add shopping destination to its already impressive offering of baroque and gothic architecture, outrageous charity balls and famous hotels, making it the ideal city break this summer.

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S E E . Vienna is a historically and culturally rich city and, with the exception of the Belvedere Gallery (permanent home to the works of Gustav Klimt) and the Central Cemetery (even more permanent home to Beethoven, Brahms and Schubert), most of this history can be found in the First District.

Enlist a tour guide to take you on a walking tour and you will notice the wide streets, completely devoid of litter and the air, free from smog, courtesy of a healthy breeze blowing off the Danube. They will undoubtedly lead you past the impressive, crescent-shaped Hofburg Imperial Palace, former home of the Habsburgs and stop off at the famous St. Stephen’s Cathedral, an epic Gothic edifice with a stunning tiled roof that bears the double-headed eagle symbolic of the empire ruled from Vienna.

If walking seems like too much effort, hail a fiaker (the Viennese horse and carts that throng the First District) for a leisurely excursion around the city centre.

If shopping is the main priority, the newly built Golden Quarter, located off Am Hof Square is a must-visit. Signa Group’s latest project manages to pay tribute to the UNESCO World Heritage Site it inhabits with tasteful and uniform signage and top-end brands, from Valentino to Vivienne Westwood, not to mention remarkable luxury apartments and office spaces with breathtaking views.

S TAY. The Park Hyatt Vienna is hard to beat in the hotel stakes. Located in the picturesque Am Hof Square, the Park Hyatt opened in June 2014 and has quickly established itself as one of the city’s places to be seen. What with 143 luxurious rooms (including 35 suites), the fully kitted out Arany Spa housing the largest indoor swimming pool in Vienna and The Bank, the hotel’s exceptional restaurant, even walking out of the front door is a wrench. The decor is in tune with the historic roots of the building, formerly a bank, with seams of mother of pearl running through it and luxurious natural materials such as onyx from Iran and marble from Italy dominating the rooms and common areas. Those looking to enjoy a drink of an evening can keep it traditional in the hotel’s Lounge where cigar smoking and whisky drinking is par for the course or head down to Pearl, the more contemporary bar that spills out onto the street.

G O . Vienna is known for the lavish balls that make up its social season and although the Life Ball does not fit into the traditional category (you won’t need to learn to waltz) it has become a fixture in the city since the first event was organised by Gary Kessler with the help of some famous friends in 1993. It is now the largest charity ball in Europe and raises hundreds of thousands of

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If shopping is A PRIORITY the newly built GOLDEN QUARTER is a mustvisit pounds to fight HIV and AIDS every year. The theme for 2015 was ‘Gold’ and in standard flamboyant fashion, the red carpet was awash with gold-bedecked revellers, some wearing little more than body paint and others kitted out in golden bondage gear and chains. The Opening Ceremony featured fire and tributes being brought up to the stage, which were received by dancers dressed as Klimt paintings. Bizarre and wonderful celebrity appearances included Charlize Theron, Sean Penn and Dita von Teese with musical performances from Mary J Blige, Sophie Ellis Bextor and, of course, Conchita Wurst. A wonderful, surreal, outlandish and fabulous event, the Life Ball shows Vienna at its best.u Catherine Hales

T H E DA M AG E .

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Street art in Athens on’t always believe what you read in the papers. Greece might be in the depth of a financial crisis, but the atmosphere in the capital is a million miles away from austerity.

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S E E . The street art. While it’s possible to wander the streets and stumble across it, a tour is the best way to spot the urban masterpieces. Alternative Athens will organize a street artist to give you an inside look at the very best the streets have to offer. Our guide, Achilles, points out his own enigmatic painted faces as we walk around Psiri, the vibrant, graffitiladen equivalent of London’s Shoreditch.

Each of the paintings tells a story: a series of ‘sad princesses’ tells of an artist trying to win back his lover, a crowned dog against a backdrop of flames is the hero of the 2008 riots. Together, they help

Street art helps PAINT A PICTURE of modern-day Athens as the colourful CITY IT HAS BECOME

paint a picture of modern-day Athens as the colourful, creative city it has become.

But alongside the contemporary, there’s the classical for which Athens is famous. No visit Greece’s capital would be complete without seeing the ancient Acropolis, one of the seven wonders of the world. Book a guide through Discover Greece as it’s easy to feel like you’re just looking at a pile of rubble without a bit of context. Even if you’re not interested in ancient ruins, the view from the top of the hill is worth the climb. From here you can look down through the Cyprus trees to the new Acropolis Museum.

the luxurious loft suites, each a haven of marble and elegant artworks complete with a king-sized bed, outdoor terrace and views across the city. Meanwhile, the ridiculously popular graffiti rooms are decorated by the cream of Greece’s street art talent, including acclaimed artist B. Expect everything from flaming volcanoes and giant squids to enchanted forests and comic book heroes on the walls. Great for the kids, they’re also available as family rooms.

G O . Athens has plenty of hip hangouts, provided you know where to find them.

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T H E DA M AG E .

Aegean Airways fly London to Athens from £54; en.aegeanair.com Double rooms at the Pallas Athena start from €109 on a B&B basis; grecotelpallasathena.com. Alternative Athens (alternative-athens.com) runs street art tours for €30 per person. For tours around the Acropolis, contact Discover Greece; discovergreece.com

S TAY. Who said street art has to end on the streets? Stay at the Grecotel Pallas Athena and you can sleep surrounded by it. Located in the heart of downtown Athens, the design-led boutique hotel is like staying in your own private art gallery – each of the 63 rooms is adorned with original pieces and quirky graffiti art. For designer elegance, choose one of

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streets, up stairs or behind closed doors making them so tricky to find that many Athenians don’t even know about them.

One great example of this is Six Dogs on Avramiotou St. Hidden down a back alley, Six Dogs is an arty concept venue where you can find live music, exhibitions and an enchanted courtyard.

A similar idea but with more historic charm is The Art Foundation, aka Taf on Normanou St. Behind the wrought iron doors and through a dark, stone-clad corridor is a former communal house dating back to 1871 that once homed 12 families. Around the courtyard bar, the rickety wooden rooms are filled with art being exhibited – perfect for perusing with a drink in hand. Meanwhile, at the back of a small shopping arcade next door is Couleur Locale, a relaxed roof terrace bar where you can watch the sun set over the Acropolis at the end of the day and raise a toast to a city transformed. u

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50 years of fulfilling dreams

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CHERRY TREE ROAD, EAST FINCHLEY, N2

£1,269,000

A four bedroom terraced family home located in a tree lined cul-de-sac close to Cherry Tree Woods.

THE OWNERS LOVE…

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“Throwing open the bi folding doors and enjoying the southerly aspect directly out over Cherry Tree Wood from the raised decking”

The property is very conveniently located for Cherry Tree Woods and East Finchley underground station.

“Open plan downstairs enabling maximum use of space and light” “Friendly neighbours and the annual street party”

The property is within the CPZ. • 4 Bedrooms (1 en suite) • 2 Bathrooms & WC • Kitchen/ diner • South facing garden • Bi folding rear doors • Arranged over 3 floors • Energy rating: D

East Finchley Office • T: 020 8883 0077 • E: N2@martyngerrard.co.uk • 66/68 High Road, East Finchley, N2 9PN

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PROPERTY ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

SHOOT UP HILL, NW2: £1,350,000

SHOOT UP HILL

 West Hampstead, NW2

£1,350,000

unique detached three bedroom Coach House situated in a private locating bordering West Hampstead. The property offers great entertaining space and consists of three double bedrooms, off street parking, private garden and nearly 1400 sq ft of internal living space.

The property is close to Kilburn Station and within a short walk of West End Lane. ◆  Camerons Stiff Willesden Lane, 020 8459 1133; cameronsstiff.co.uk

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t is now a prerequisite that anyone applying for a mortgage needs to provide varied and detailed documentation. If you are unaware of these requirements, you may find out that you have been offered less money than you need or, even worse, rejected completely. This can lead to huge disappointment.

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property you should make an appointment to see a professional mortgage adviser, who can prepare you with what you may need to do in order to be agreed for a mortgage and avoid delays. A tip would be to start gathering the information required as soon as possible. This includes payslips, bank statements, and P60s. Your reward should be peace of mind and a head start to put you in the best buying position. 

 KFH 020 8739 2068; kfh.co.uk

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SAYRHA ELAHI

RENTING vs BUYING North by North West

From Colman Coyle gives her expert advice on all your legal property questions

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ettings – it’s often more about people than property and a wealthy, retired couple recently presented us with quite a challenge. They had sold their elegant home and asked us to find them somewhere to rent.

Our couple had a long ‘wish list’, from a southfacing garden to space for separate quarters - so fully understanding their requirements was key.

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he remaining lease term will now need to be extended to comply with your lender’s requirements of a minimum lease term.

As you are a joint freeholder, it is unfortunate that agreement cannot be reached so that your lease term is extended amicably. Your co-freeholder must appreciate that in order to extend his own lease he will also require your co-operation.

If you feel that you cannot come to an agreement with your co-freeholder, then you are able to exercise your statutory rights under the Leasehold Reform Housing Urban Development Act 1993. You will in effect be serving a Notice of Claim for a lease extension on your co-freeholder.

Under the Act, you have a right to extend the term of your lease for a period of 90 years from the expiry of the existing lease term subject to the following requirements: the current lease was granted for a fixed term exceeding 21 years and you have owned your flat for two years.

It is often the case the joint freeholders agree that a premium will not be payable to extend a lease, as this will mean that you will be paying half the premium to yourself.

As your relationship with your co-freeholder is not amicable, you will need to obtain a valuation as the Act requires that your Notice of Claim for a lease extension offers a premium. It may very well be the case that upon receipt of the formal Notice, your co-freeholder will agree not to charge a premium as he will at some point also wish to acquire a lease term extension and will be in the same position as you are now.

Once the Notice is served, your co-freeholder will have no choice but to cooperate, as the Act sets out strict timescales which must be complied with. 

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achieving between £1,700 and £2,000 per sq ft. The high density of students in this area also encourages buy-to-let investors. Since the General Election, we’re receiving more multiple bids on the properties we are selling, which we expect will continue throughout the year.  Valentina: Rental values vary across Marylebone, with a W1 postcode generally offering the more expensive property and NW1 offering more affordable options.

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KFH LAUNCH MARYLEBONE BRANCH  Mai: Marylebone’s sales market continues to be popular with global buyers, who see it as a safe haven for investment. Locations such as Marylebone Village, Devonshire Street or Portland Place are particularly popular, with properties

OUR COUPLE HAD A LONG 'WISH LIST', FROM A SOUTH-FACING GARDEN TO SPACE FOR SEPARATE QUARTERS

knew would be perfect. My couple viewed the property, loved it and paid a holding deposit the same day. They took a two year tenancy at the full asking rental.

Sometimes there is no substitute for experience and knowing our clients.   Jenni Towler Manager Benham & Reeves Residential Lettings, Hampstead branch 020 7435 9681; brlets.co.uk

Prices can therefore range anywhere between £300 per week and £6,000 per week, with the most in-demand properties tending to be portered new builds, close to the high street, as tenants are keen to be located next to all the local amenities. 

 Mai Pexton, Sales Manager  Valentina Axenova, Lettings Manager KFH, Marylebone 020 7486 5551; kfh.co.uk

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I HAVE A 50% SHARE OF THE FREEHOLD ALONG WITH THE OWNER OF THE UPPER FLAT IN MY BUILDING. I NOW HAVE 53 YEARS LEFT ON MY LEASE. I WISH TO EXTEND MY LEASE TERM AS I AM REMORTGAGING MY FLAT. MY RELATIONSHIP WITH THE CO-FREEHOLDER HAS DETERIORATED AND HE IS NOT BEING CO-OPERATIVE. WHAT CAN I DO?

Contact property solicitor Sayrha Elahi with no obligation on (0)20 7354 3000 or email Sayrha.elahi@colmancoyle.com

80 Upper Street, Islington, N1 0NU colmancoyle.com

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Completely at home in North London.

Our services Sales and Lettings Property Management Block Management Property Solicitors Chartered Surveyors Financial Services Visit kfh.co.uk

With over 35 years’ experience and more than 50 branches across the Capital, our local knowledge and London network will ensure we achieve the right result for you.

Our dedicated North London branches include • Belsize Park • Muswell Hill • Crouch End • St John’s Wood • Highgate • West Hampstead

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Windsor Road, Finchley, N3 £1,750,000 Finchey 020 8970 7856 finchley.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Six bedroom period home arranged across three floors retaining many original features and boasting a south facing rear garden exceeding 84 ft. Excellently located in Church End close to popular schools.

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Onslow Gardens, Muswell Hill, N10 £2,500,000 Muswell Hill 020 8883 0213 muswellhill.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Charming five/six bedroom semi detached period property offering scope for expansion (subject to planning permission), a self contained flat and impressive gardens. The property is situated close to Queen’s Wood, Muswell Hill Broadway and Highgate tube station.

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Five/six bedrooms Two bathrooms Two formal receptions Kitchen/diner Self contained flat Impressive gardens Freehold EPC rating E

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Omega Terrace, High Road, Wood Green, N22 Prices from ÂŁ549,995 Omega Terrace is a gated development of just four beautifully presented new build mews houses, completed to an exacting standard of finish and specification and ideally located in the heart of North London. Each house has well laid out accommodation set over three floors, with the benefit of outside space. Freehold.

Land and New Homes 020 8222 7200 newhomes@kfh.co.uk

Alexandra Villas, Alexandra Road, Crouch End, N8 ÂŁ475,950 A pair of new build detached single storey houses, just off Alexandra Road with access via a private gated pedestrian pathway. These two houses offer buyers the opportunity to own a spacious home with open plan living room/kitchen area and with the benefit of double glazed sliding doors leading to private gardens. Freehold.

Land and New Homes 020 8222 7200 newhomes@kfh.co.uk

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Topsfield Road, Crouch End, N8 £2,500pcm Crouch End 020 8341 1110 crouchend.lettings@kfh.co.uk

A three bedroom period house that is beautifully presented throughout and boasts two interconnecting reception rooms and a kitchen/diner leading to a well maintained private garden.

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Three bedrooms Two reception rooms Family bathroom Spacious kitchen/diner Private garden Unfurnished EPC rating E

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Buckland Crescent, Belsize Park, NW3 £4,312pcm Belsize Park 020 7586 9006 belsizepark.lettings@kfh.co.uk

A stunning three bedroom duplex flat with three bathrooms, eat in kitchen and private balcony. The property is set within a period conversion and located within walking distance to both Primrose Hill and Hampstead.

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Three double bedrooms Three bathrooms Eat in kitchen Private balcony Excellent transport links Part furnished EPC rating C

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Firs Avenue, Muswell Hill, N10 £4,334pcm Muswell Hill 020 8883 2340 muswellhill.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Impressive five bedroom family home in Muswell Hill offering three bathrooms, open plan kitchen/diner, spacious reception room and private garden. Situated close to local schools and amenities.

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Five bedrooms Three bathrooms Open plan kitchen Utility room Excellent finish throughout Close to local schools Part furnished

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Thank you for helping us raise over ÂŁ22,000 in aid of Housing for Women.

The money raised for the London Estate Agents’ 10km run helped to provide support and accommodation for vulnerable women in London.

If you would still like to donate, please visit kfh.co.uk/charity-run

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STEPHANIE POWELL Lettings Manager at Portico, Camden Photography

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joined the Camden branch of Portico back in 2013. Well, to be accurate, it was still an Edmund Cude office back then. Quite a lot has happened in the market and within this company since I have been here. There have been market highs and the uncertainty of the election, which is now fading into the past as things get back to normal. And of course there has been the changing face of this company. The rebrand from Edmund Cude to Portico was a long researched and planned evolution of the company; I’m really happy to be in a company that looks forward, changes with the times, and doesn’t rest on its laurels.

I’ve been an agent for eight years now and I’m so glad to have settled my career in Camden, the most vibrant corner of North London. I enjoy the diversity of the area’s culture, my clients, who come from all walks of life, and most of all that it is just a fun

IT’S ALL DESIGNED TO TAKE THE HASSLE OUT OF BEING A LANDLORD

atmosphere to work in. When I’m not working I can be found shopping in the markets, enjoying the scenery along the canal and in Regent’s Park, admiring the views from Primrose Hill, and of course there is the world famous nightlife. If anyone needs a little advice on the local live music scene or a good night out then just drop in for a chat.

During my youth growing up in the countryside near London, I always imagined moving into the city and making a life here. I’ve now achieved a lot of my goals and feel I’ve landed on my feet as the lettings manager for this branch. I love architecture and property, and Camden has it all, from cool studio flats to interior

designed six bed plus houses, and everything in between. The people are often more interesting than the properties as well; I get to know lots of different landlords, which is the real pleasure of the job.

Estate agency is a fantastic line of work to be in. It is incredibly rewarding finding tenants for landlords and in turn finding tenants their perfect homes. I’m lucky to have a great team of colleagues here at Portico.

Along with the rebrand comes a set of exciting new packages in line with what our customers told us they wanted. It’s all designed to take the hassle out of being a landlord by providing a uniquely personal service. Since we have re-launched the company we have noticed even more interest in the brand and the new name has been very well received. We are all very happy with the new name and it’s great that our clients like it too. u

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Antrim Road, Belsize Park NW3 Two bedroom ground floor apartment in Belsize Park A stunning two bedroom ground floor apartment situated in Antrim Mansions an extremely sought after period mansion block. The apartment boasts an impressive south westerly facing reception room with beautiful bay windows and a large family eat in kitchen/breakfast room. 2 bedrooms, family bathroom, kitchen, reception room, communal gardens. EPC: D. Approximately 95.87 sq m (1,032 sq ft).

Share of freehold

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Gloucester Avenue, Primrose Hill NW1 Period Garden Flat in Primrose Hill Situated moments from Primrose Hill lies this attractive three bedroom garden maisonette. The flat is beautifully presented offering light and airy accommodation with high ceilings and many original period features throughout.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, garden, storage vault. EPC: C. Approximately 104 sq m (1,118 sq ft).

Leasehold

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www.castles.london

Denton Road, N8

ÂŁ1,350,000

Fabulous 5-bedroom period family home on the doorstep of Weston Park School & a moment"s walk of Stationers Park. The property has wellproportioned rooms throughout & further comprises spacious ground floor living area incorporating through-reception, kitchen/diner onto west-facing private rear garden. Benefiting from 2 bathrooms, storage cellar incorporating utility area & ground floor guest wc. Crouch End Broadway within close proximity.

Mount View Road, N4

ÂŁ2,000,000

Exceptionally well-presented 6-bedroom, double-fronted, semi-detached, Victorian home. This stunning property offers space & light in abundance & positioned on a much sought after tree-lined road. Comprising double reception, single reception/study, spacious rear living area incorporating kitchen/diner/reception, utility room & guest wc, first floor family bathroom & en-suite to master bedroom. Further benefiting from basement area and delightful rear north-west-facing private garden.

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E XPE RTIS E • DEDICATION • INTEGRITY Oakhill Residential are delighted to announce the opening of our exciting new office.

We are a team dedicated to meeting your property requirements, bringing with us extensive experience and the know-how in sales, acquisitions, lettings and management.

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SALES AND LETT IN GS FEE THROUG HOUT JUNE* To celebrate the opening of our exciting new office we are offering a 0% sales and lettings fee to all clients throughout the month of June.

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LA MANGA IBIZA CANNES

AT THE TENDER AGE OF 18 I STARTED AS AT A FIRM OF ESTATE AGENTS ON STROUD GREEN ROAD

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A PLACE IN THE MEDITERRANEAN SUN Words N I G E L L E W I S

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ost of us have that Mediterranean property moment at some point in our lives, even if we don’t act on it. You may have already experienced it while on holiday; an evening meal on a balmy night, with the twitter of cicadas in the background and the heady effects of some local wine.

This is when the conversation probably turned to ‘let’s get a holiday home here’. At the moment these restaurant chats are multiplying as the UK economy revives, with holiday home prices rising too. So, what can you buy in the Med’s principal hotspots? u

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 MODERNIST VILLA IN THE HILLS ABOVE CANNES, £6M

ou will know this area of Cannes if you’ve read JG Ballard’s 2000 novel Super Cannes, named after the set of sought-after communities in the hills overlooking this most English of cities, and the glittering sea beyond. The area is a favourite of the film stars who come each year to the film festival, mainly because of the area’s unimpeded views of the coast. This newly built example is a five-bedroom property and includes every gorgeous cliché that a villa should have, such as an open-plan design, huge terrace and garden, and an infinity pool. u  Savills Cannes, +33 497 06 06 90; savills.com Y

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 LA MANGA, COSTA CALIDA, VILLA IN A FAMOUS GOLF RESORT, £1.77M

urcia might be one of the Spanish coastline’s lesser known areas, but it harbours one of Spain’s most famous golf resorts. La Manga is the natural place to visit if you’re a footballer or film star holidaying in the area.

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Such popularity comes from its location, overlooking a sand bar and within a national park, and its extraordinarily beautiful rolling golf course. Available for sale within the resort are two building plots in which 2,000 sq m modernist villas are planned. Packages to build the properties start from £1.77m. u  La Manga Club, +34 968 17 55 77; lamangaclub.com

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 AN UBER-MODERNIST RETREAT ON EVERYONE’S FAVOURITE BALEARIC ISLE, IBIZA, £3.725M

his cubist style building has both an interesting history and a fascinating location.

It was built 11 years ago as a party house but it’s been refurbished recently with more grown up tastes in mind. The property is in the village of Santa Gertrudis de Fruitera in the geographical centre of Ibiza, well known for its hippy atmosphere and music festival. It’s also a fashionable place to hang out – Jade Jagger has been spotted nibbling on a bocadillo at one of its bars. u  Savills International, 020 7016 3740; savills.com

 APARTMENT AND HOUSES AT TERRE GIALLE RESIDENCE & RESORT, TUSCANY, FROM £66,400

taly’s Tuscan countryside has long been a magnet for UK tourists and house hunters, both drawn to its mouthwatering food, rolling countryside, olive groves and vineyards. While houses have been selling for sky-high prices for years, developments have sprung up to satisfy those with more modest budgets. These are often refurbished estates or palazzos. A recent example is Residence Terre Gialle, deep in the countryside half way between the city of Perugia and the coast, both of which are a two-hour car journey away. The site has a history rooted in the now defunct local mining industry and is a development of studios, one and two bedroom apartments and three-bedroom townhouses, which are available at full price or fractionally. u  Terre Gialle, 020 3637 2215; terregialle.com I

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Creighton Avenue, Muswell Hill, N10

£1,695,000 Freehold. Joint Sole Agents

Leaside Mansions, Fortis Green, N10

£669,950 Share of Freehold. Sole Agents

We are delighted to be able to offer this spacious semi-detached 30’s built house occupying a bold corner position offering spacious accommodation over two floors. The property has the added benefit of a self-contained two bedroom flat providing an ideal granny flat or home and income situation also affords carriage drive with ample parking. Located at the Muswell Hill end of this sought after avenue close to the shops and restaurants of the Broadway and within favourable catchment of Fortismere, Eden, Coldfall and Our Lady of Muswell schools. Early viewing is highly recommended.

Contact our Muswell Hill Office on 020 8444 1771

Set on the second floor of this attractive Edwardian mansion block is a well-proportioned three bedroom flat which retains a wealth of original period features. This fine property is being offered in very good condition throughout and benefits include a fitted kitchen/dining area with access to small balcony and at the rear are beautifully maintained southerly facing communal gardens.

Conveniently located within a short walk of Muswell Hill Broadway and its large selection of shops and restaurants; also close at hand is East Finchley tube station (Northern Line). Within close proximity of Tetherdown primary and Fortismere secondary schools.

Contact our Muswell Hill Office on 020 8444 1771

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Carysfort Road, Crouch End, N8

£1,275,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

A beautifully presented mid terraced Edwardian family home located on this quiet turning in central Crouch End. This charming property offers excellent living space and has been well maintained throughout. Arranged over three floors there are four double bedrooms, spacious family bathroom and also the added benefit of a downstairs WC and additional shower. The kitchen diner is fantastic for entertaining and opens on to a 48’ garden whilst the loft conversion is currently being used as a second reception, although could easily be arranged as a master bedroom. Located within walking distance to Crouch End’s Broadway’s excellent range of shops and restaurants and transport links, also close by to Priory Park.

Contact our Crouch End Office on 020 8341 4050

Huntingdon Road, East Finchley, N2

£1,300,000 Freehold. Sole Agents

Tatlers are pleased to offer this well-appointed five double bedroom family home located on one of the increasingly popular County roads. The property retains some fine period features, a bespoke newly fitted kitchen, shower room and a stunning delightful rear garden; added benefits include a useful cellar and utility room. Huntingdon Road is located just off the High Road being within ten minutes walking distance of all the local shops and East Finchley tube station (Northern Line). An early viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

Contact our East Finchley Office on 020 8883 1001

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FAMOUS PLACES

There is hardly a square mile of London that doesn’t hide a plethora of celebrity homes or historic addresses and every month a clutch of them come up for sale.

Here are the more recent ones on the market that can claim famous connections.

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£249,950

DAPHNE’S NOVEL HOME

f you fancy your own Voodoo Lounge then snap up this studio flat in North London that was once home to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. The pair lived here with their manager Loog Oldham during the mid-1960s before mega fame and fortune beckoned, plus John Lennon and Paul McCartney used to pop around for jam sessions. Given its size, their dinners must have been a bit of a beggar’s banquet. u

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f you’re a fan of writer Daphne du Maurier and her books Jamaica Inn and Rebecca then you’d probably love to own this property, Cannon Hall in Hampstead. The three-storey, six-bedroom Grade II listed house has spectacular views over the London skyline and is where du Maurier spent most of her childhood. It was also supposedly the inspiration for the great house in Rebecca. u I

 ABACUS ESTATES

020 7431 3777; abacusestates.com

 GLENTREE

020 8458 7311; glentree.co.uk

ACTION! FIFTY SHADES DIRECTOR SELLS UP PRIMROSE HILL

£14,000,000 he might have said no to directing another Fifty Shades film but Sam Taylor-Johnson has plenty of appetite for a big move. She’s selling her four-storey, six-bedroom Primrose Hill Victorian villa for £14m and whoever buys the property will have celebrity neighbours too, including Jamie Oliver and broadcaster Matthew Wright. u S

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HOME FIT FOR A CASABLANCA STAR CHELSEA

£3,950,000 ngrid Bergman is best remembered as Humphrey Bogart’s co-star in the 1942 classic film Casablanca playing Ilsa, the beautiful Norwegian wife of Victor Lazlo in the early days of World War II. What few people know is that Bergman made London her home from 1979 until her death aged 67 in 1982. For almost all that time she lived in a three-bedroom apartment in Chelsea’s Cheyne Gardens, which is now on the market. u I

 JOHN D WOOD & CO.

020 3318 5529; johndwood.co.uk

JOHN LENNON AND PAUL MCCARTNEY USED TO POP AROUND FOR JAM SESSIONS

020 7586 2777; knightfrank.co.uk

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